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12 Days of Christmas Scavenger Hunt with Downtown Newcastle

Have you heard about the scavenger hunt? On Saturday, December 19th, there will be a 12 Days of Christmas Scavenger Hunt going on in Downtowns Newcastle!How to Play: On Saturday morning, pick up your scavenger hunt list at either the Newcastle Jean Coutu or Dickison's Pharmasave. Then spend the day...
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Upcoming Christmas Bird Counts in the Miramichi Region

Christmas Bird Counts (CBCs) will take place all over North America from December 14 – January 5. The goal of the CBC is to find and identify as many birds as possible in 24 hours within a 24 km diameter circle. Some participants choose to watch birds at their backyard...
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Giv’er Miramichi Clothing

Giv'er Miramichi is pleased to announce a new line of "Giv'er on the River" clothing. Choose from a selection of ball caps, toques, men's & ladies t-shirts and hoodies, in a variety of colours. Order online at: https://shop.givermiramichi.com Why Giv'er? Giv'er! You've probably heard this word yelled out, usually with...
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Eco Friendly Green Christmas Ideas

Here’s a list of ways in which to put some green into the upcoming Christmas season. DECORATING For your Christmas tree, you have a couple options. If you already have a synthetic tree, then stick with it. Don’t buy a new one. Artificial trees have a terrible impact on the environment (the products...
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Christmas Origins

Ever wonder the origin of one your favorite Christmas treats, decorations or things came to be? Here is a Giv'er Miramichi post featuring a variety of short Christmas Origins of how some of your favorite Christmas treats, decorations! Egg Nog Eggnog became tied to the holidays when the drink hopped...
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Christmas Light Tunnel

From Wednesday, December 16th to Sunday, December 20th, come out to The Point Church - Miramichi Site, 582 King George Highway for a Christmas Light Tunnel Event! Everyone is welcome of all ages to come walk through this 100 foot outdoor tunnel consisting of: 30+ Decorated Trees Over 22,000 Christmas...
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Robert Ross Releases Two Country Music Videos

Hi, I'm from Barryville on the Miramichi. I've entertained at Ritchie Wharf and have had an article in Giver in 2018 when I released my Album "It's Never Too Late".I live in Cairns, Australia now but my heart is always on the Miramichi. I hope to be home in Summer...
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Holiday and Christmas Traditions

The Holiday and Christmas Season is here! Along the Mighty Miramichi region, there are many cultures and traditions for the holidays, and we'd love to hear what yours are!Different families celebrate in a variety of ways depending on their cultural heritage and traditions passed down through generations or something new...
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Stay & Play – Staycation Draw Night

The Miramichi SPCA & Operation Kind Kids have teamed up to create this amazing Staycation Draw! Helping two worthy non-profits at once - you can't go wrong!Ticket Price: $25Draw Date: January 15th, 2021*TEN PRIZES INCLUDED IN THIS DRAW* and this will be held at Mike's Bar and Grill, 484 King...
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Swedish Tea Ring

This recipe comes from a small Betty Crocker Holiday Cookbook, 1967 and is described as “A festive wreath of tender, cinnamon-swirled pastry.” Prep time:  2 hours 45 mins     Cook time:  30 mins Serves: 12-14 Ingredients FOR THE DOUGH: 2 packages active dry yeast½ cup warm water (105 to 115°F)½ cup lukewarm milk (scalded...
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Stay Fit and Have Fun This Winter

Ski Loppet Program By Deana Gadd, for Miramichi Cross Country Ski Club This winter many people will be looking for outdoor activities for fun and fitness. We at the Miramichi Cross Country Ski Club (MCCSC) recommend that you check us out! The MCCSC is located in the Nelson area of...
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Celebrating 20 Years of Mighty Miramichi

Be Happy, Be Positive, Be Mighty! Mighty Miramichi is a phrase we’ve all grown up hearing, and it not only describes our river, but also the heart of our community and region. It was for this reason that Terry Matchett chose it as the name of his new business, back...
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Anthony Goguen Memorial Volunteer Award 2020 Recipient – Anna Buckley

The Anthony Goguen Memorial Volunteer Award in recognition and contribution to Volunteer Community Work in the Chatham Head Community for the 2020 year was recently awarded to Mrs. Anna Buckley. She is so deserving of this award and a sincere thank you for all your volunteerism and work you do...
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